"To identify the suspect" means to determine or figure out the person who is believed to have committed a crime or done something wrong. Full definition
A modified version of the facial recognition software used by security experts to identify suspects in a crowd makes this work easier. (newscientist.com)
This has helped identify suspects as being present at the scene of the crime, and allowed police to follow suspects until a crime is committed or evidence is disclosed. (slaw.ca)
However, new advancements in DNA technology may better equip investigators to help identify suspected bomb - makers than they have in the past. (sciencedaily.com)